Reliable RFC56 Quick Start Manual

A Concealed Residential Sprinkler
approved for a minimum density of
2
0.05 gpm/ft . The larger K Factor
provides lower pressure demands
for 0.10 densities in NFPA-13
residential applications.
Features:
1. ½" (13mm) Total adjustment.
2. Smooth aesthetic ceiling profile.
3. Available in brass, chrome and black plated
or painted finishes.
Listings & Approval
1. Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, and certified by
UL for Canada (cULus)
2. NYC MEA 258-93-E
UL Listing Categories
Residential Automatic Sprinklers
UL Guide Number
VKKW
Product Description
Model RFC56 Concealed Residential Sprinklers are fast
response residential fusible solder link automatic sprinklers.
Residential sprinklers differ from standard sprinklers primarily
in their response time and water distribution patterns.
Model RFC56 sprinklers discharge water in a hemispheri-
cal pattern below the sprinkler deflector. Residential distribu-
tion patterns are higher and generally contain a finer droplet
size than standard sprinkler patterns.
The combination of speed of operation and high discharge
pattern required for residential sprinklers has demonstrated,
in fire testing, an ability for controlling residential fires, and
thereby providing significant evacuation time for occupants.
The RFC56 Sprinkler provides the best form of fire protec-
tion by combining an attractive appearance and ½" (13mm)
of cover adjustment for ease of installation. The small diam-
eter cover plate is easily and positively attached and blends
into the ceiling, concealing the most dependable fire protec-
tion available, an automatic sprinkler system.
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc., 103 Fairview Park Drive, Elmsford, New York 10523
Model RFC56 Concealed
Residential Sprinkler
(SIN RA0914)
The RFC56 is a UL Listed Residential Sprinkler to be in-
stalled in the residential portions of any occupancy in accor-
dance with NFPA 13, 13R, & 13D.
The RFC56 can reduce the need for precise cutting of
drop nipples. The threaded cover plate assembly can be
adjusted without tools to fit accurately against the ceiling.
The fire protection system need not be shut down to adjust
or remove the cover plate assembly.
Application and Installation
The RFC56, for residential installations, uses a 165°F (74°C)
fusible solder link with a drop-down deflector. This assembly
is recessed into the ceiling and concealed by a flat cover
plate. The cover plate is attached to the skirt, using 135°F
(57°C) ordinary temperature classification solder. When the
ceiling temperature rises, the solder holding the cover plate
releases the cover allowing the deflector to drop into position
and exposing the sprinkler inside to ceiling temperature. The
Bulletin 009 B
Rev.